Software tools are only one part of researching grants and prospects. Each process requires a different approach, and defining those approaches can help provide context to better understand the specific tools that can help.

Though there's no single system or even single type of system to support every nonprofit, there's a plethora of different types of constituent management systems, each with its own specific set of strengths and weaknesses that will overlap in various ways with the things you're looking to support.

After the devastating earthquake hit Haiti in January 2010, among the ruins was the small orphanage Gleam of Hope. Through TechSoup, the orphanage was able to receive donated state-of-the-art technology products to help it address the critical needs of earthquake survivors in Haiti.

If you're looking for a new broadcast email tool for your nonprofit, there are a lot of different options to choose from. But how do you know when it's time to change? Here are 10 good reasons why you might want to switch to a new broadcast email program.

Ticketing tools let you sell tickets, assign seating, and in many cases, track attendance at your organization's events. What should you look for in a good ticketing tool, and how can it help your nonprofit or charity?

Crowdsourcing can help you harness the crowd to increase awareness, cultivate new volunteers, gather information, raise money, create and curate works of art, and even get work done — all for a minimal investment. How can you put it to work for your nonprofit or library?

How do you know if you should switch to a new donor management system, or stick with what you have? Idealware's workbook will walk you through the process of assessing your needs and figuring out whether a new system is right for you.